display —
For more information about your display, see "Using the Display."
power button —
Press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode.
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your computer by performing a Microsoft® Windows® operating
system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button.
If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds).
device status lights
Turns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode.
Turns on when the computer reads or writes data.
NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the
light is flashing.
Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.
Turns on when Bluetooth™ is enabled. To enable or disable Bluetooth, press <Fn><F2>.
NOTE: Bluetooth is an optional feature on your computer, so the icon turns on only if you ordered Bluetooth with your computer. For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth wireless technology.
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the
light operates as follows:
Solid green: The battery is charging.
Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged.
If the computer is running on a battery, the
light operates as follows:
Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off).
Flashing orange: The battery charge is low.
Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low.
keyboard —
The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Windows logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."
speakers —
To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the volume control buttons, mute button, or volume-control keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."
track stick/touch pad buttons —
Provide the functionality of a mouse. See "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" for more information.
air vents —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fans or the computer.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store
your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running.
Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
PC Card slot —
Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see "Using PC Cards."
smart card slot —
Supports one smart card. For more information, see "Using Smart Cards."
infrared sensor —
Lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared-compatible device without using cable connections.
When you receive your computer, the sensor is disabled. You can use the system setup program to enable the sensor. For information on transferring data, see Windows Help, the Help and Support Center, or the documentation that came with your infrared-compatible device.
audio connectors
Attach a microphone to the
connector.
Attach headphones or speakers to the
connector.
hard drive —
Stores software and data.
security cable slot —
Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.
NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot.
security cable slot —
Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.
NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot.
module bay —
You can install devices such as an optical drive or a Dell TravelLite™ module in the module bay. For more information, see "Using the Module Bay."
device latch release —
Releases the module bay device. See "Using the Module Bay" for instructions.
Back View
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store
your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting
the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy drive cable.
S-video TV-out connector
Connects your computer to a TV. For more information, see "Connecting a Television to the Computer."
modem connector (RJ-11) (optional)
If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector.
For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. See "Finding Information."
network connector (RJ-45)
NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the
computer, do not plug a telephone line into the network connector.
Connects the computer to a network. The green and yellow lights next to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications.
For information on using the network adapter, see the device user's guide supplied with your computer. See "Finding Information."
parallel connector
Connects a parallel device, such as a printer.
video connector
Connects an external monitor. For more information, see "Using the Display."
serial connector
Connects serial devices, such as a mouse or handheld device.
AC adapter connector —
Attach an AC adapter to the computer.
The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.
CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and
power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to
the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the
cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.
air vents —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store
your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting
the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
memory module cover —
Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s). See "Adding and Replacing Parts."
battery-bay latch release —
Releases the battery. See "Using a Battery" for instructions.
battery charge gauge —
Provides information on the battery charge. See "Using a Battery."
battery —
When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. See "Using a Battery."
docking device slot —
Lets you attach your computer to a docking device. See the documentation that came with your docking device for additional information.
fan —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fans or the computer.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store
your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting
the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
Mini PCI card cover —
Covers the compartment that contains the Mini PCI card. See "Adding and Replacing Parts."
light is flashing.
light operates as follows:
light operates as follows:
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